2006 Ford GT vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (291 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | GT | Maxima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |